Ingredients
Creating the perfect blueberry buttercream frosting requires a handful of ingredients that are easy to find and work with. Here’s what you’ll need:
- Fresh Blueberries: 1 cup
- Unsalted Butter: 1 cup (2 sticks), softened
- Powdered Sugar: 4 cups
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Lemon Juice: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: A pinch
Instructions
Making blueberry buttercream frosting is a straightforward process that anyone can master. Follow these steps to achieve a perfect consistency and flavor:
- Prepare the Blueberry Puree:
- Rinse the blueberries thoroughly under cold water and drain.
- In a small saucepan, cook the blueberries over medium heat until they release their juices and soften, about 5-7 minutes.
- Use a blender or food processor to puree the cooked blueberries until smooth, then strain through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any solids.
- Set the blueberry puree aside to cool completely.
- Cream the Butter:
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter with an electric mixer on medium speed until creamy and smooth, about 2 minutes.
- Add the Sugar and Flavorings:
- Gradually add the powdered sugar, one cup at a time, beating on low speed until fully incorporated.
- Once all the sugar is added, increase the speed to medium and beat for another 1-2 minutes.
- Add the vanilla extract, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt, and mix until combined.
- Incorporate the Blueberry Puree:
- Slowly add the cooled blueberry puree to the buttercream mixture, beating on medium speed until fully blended and the frosting is a consistent color throughout.
- Adjust the consistency if needed by adding more powdered sugar for a thicker frosting or a bit of milk for a thinner texture.
- Final Touches:
- Once the frosting reaches the desired consistency, give it a final stir to ensure everything is well-mixed.
- Your blueberry buttercream is now ready to use!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: one normal portion
- Calories: 160
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg